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Ministry of Labour & Employment
Report on Third Round  of Quarterly Employment Survey  a part of All India Quarterly Establishment based Employment Survey  Released
Report indicates increasing trend in employment in organized segment employing 10 or more workers, of the selected nine sectors viz. Manufacturing, Construction, Trade, Transport, Education, Health, Accommodation & Restaurants, IT/ BPOs and Financial Services
Over 85 Per Cent of the workers Regular Workers
Manufacturing sector is the largest employer accounting for around 39% of the estimated total number of workers followed by Education Sector 22%
Ministry of Labour and Employment  released today the Report of third quarter of Quarterly Employment Survey  for the period October-December, 2021, prepared by the Labour Bureau, an attached office of MOLE. The AQEES has been taken up by the Labour Bureau to provide frequent  updates about the employment and related variables of establishments in both organized and unorganized segments of nine selected sectors, which account for a majority of the total employment in the non-farm establishments.
QES captures employment data in respect of establishments employing 10 or more workers, mostly constituting the organized segment, in the nine selected sectors. These sectors are Manufacturing, Construction, Trade, Transport, Education, Health, Accommodation & Restaurants, IT/ BPOs and Financial Services.
- These nine sectors accounted for about 85% of the total employment in units with 10 or more workers in the 6th Economic Census.
- The Report indicates increasing trend in employment in organized segment, employing 10 or more workers, of the selected nine sectors.
- ‘Manufacturing’ sector is the largest employer accounting for around 39% of the estimated total number of workers followed by Education Sector 22%.
- Almost all  establishments were registered under different statutes.
- Overall around 23.55% of units provided on-the-job training to their workers.
- Among 9 sectors, 34.87% of units in health sector provided on-the-job training, followed by IT/BPOs at 31.1%.
- About 1.85 lakhs vacancies were reported across the 9 sectors.
- 85.3% of the workers were Regular workers and 8.9% contract workers.
Sector-wise share of total employment
Prime Minister's Office
India is a global bright spot with a strong desire to grow even more: PM
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared an article titled "Will India be the breakout emerging market this decade?" by Capital Group.
The Prime Minister tweeted:
"Youngsters and entrepreneurs will find these 9 points interesting. And yes, India is a global bright spot with a strong desire to grow even more!"
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
To mark the 100th episode of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's popular radio program 'Mann Ki Baat' KVIC organized a special program to honor the 'Swachhata ke Sipahiyon' of the 98th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' in Dulhedi village of Bhiwani, Haryana
To mark the 100th episode of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's popular radio program 'Mann Ki Baat' in the Dulhedi village of Bhiwani, Haryana today Khadi and Village Industries Commission  organized a special program. The program was organized to honor the 'Swachhata ke Sipahiyon' of the 98th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' and to create awareness about the Government of India's flagship Scheme 'Prime Minister Employment Generation Program'  among the masses.
Chairman of Khadi and Village Industries Commission, Shri Manoj Kumar, addressing the PMEGP awareness program opined that the Prime Minister's 'Mann Ki Baat' program has made the salient contribution in making Khadi self-reliant. He further said that the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji is to make the youth 'job givers than merely being job seekers' and be an inspiration to other youth. More than 2 thousand people from nearby villages participated in this awareness camp.
Dulhedi village of Haryana was recently praised by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in the 98th episode of Mann Ki Baat for the cleanliness soldiers of this village. The youths of Dulhedi village had formed an organization named Yuva Swachhata Evam Jan Seva Samiti who cleared tons of garbage from different areas of the city.
Shri Manoj Kumar congratulated all the 'cleanliness soldiers' of Dulhedi village and appealed to contribute in employment generation by connecting maximum youth of their area with PMEGP.
Representatives of the Haryana government and banks, along with employees and officers of Khadi and Village Industries Commission, attended the program, which was highly successful in creating awareness about PMEGP and motivating youth to become self-reliant and contributing to their communities' development.
Ministry of Defence
Encroachment of Defence Land
9622.807 acres of defence land has been reported to be encroached in the country as per details are given below:-
State/UT-wise details of encroachment of defence land as on 31.12.2018
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S. No.
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State/Union Territory
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Area of encroachment

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1
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Andhra Pradesh
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21.97
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2
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Andaman & Nicobar
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26.521
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3
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Assam
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460.5397
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4
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|
Arunachal Pradesh
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|
87.8141
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5
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|
Bihar
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|
478.974
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|
6
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|
Chandigarh
|
|
0
|
|
7
|
|
Chhattisgarh
|
|
165.768
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|
8
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|
Delhi
|
|
111.3013
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9
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|
Goa
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|
4.264
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|
10
|
|
Gujarat
|
|
164.6238
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|
11
|
|
Haryana
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|
538.8215
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|
12
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|
Himachal Pradesh
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|
60.1421
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|
13
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|
Jammu & Kashmir
|
|
339.2447
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|
14
|
|
Jharkhand
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|
304.932
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|
15
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|
Karnataka
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|
131.7923
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|
16
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|
Kerala
|
|
2.6839
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|
17
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|
Lakshadweep
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|
0.08
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|
18
|
|
Maharashtra
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|
923.5062
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|
19
|
|
Madhya Pradesh
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|
1639.83
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20
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|
Manipur
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|
6.1308
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|
21
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Meghalaya
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|
11.0855
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|
22
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|
Mizoram
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|
0
|
|
23
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|
Nagaland
|
|
357.53
|
|
24
|
|
Odisha
|
|
0.11
|
|
25
|
|
Puducherry
|
|
0
|
|
26
|
|
Punjab
|
|
240.68
|
|
27
|
|
Rajasthan
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|
475.2829
|
|
28
|
|
Sikkim
|
|
0.2903
|
|
29
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Telangana
|
|
146.2478
|
|
30
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|
Tamilnadu
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|
101.2418
|
|
31
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|
Tripura
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|
1
|
|
32
|
|
Uttar Pradesh
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|
2204.836
|
|
33
|
|
Uttarakhand
|
|
57.3982
|
|
34
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|
West Bengal
|
|
558.165
|
|
35
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|
Dadra & Nagar Haveli
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|
0
|
|
36
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|
Daman & Diu
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|
0
|
|
|
|
Total
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|
9622.807
Detection, prevention and removal of encroachment is a continuous exercise. Action for removal of encroachments on defence land are taken under the provisions of Public Premises  Act, 1971 as well as under the Cantonment Act, 2006. Cases are also taken up with State or Municipal authorities for resolution of the problem. Additionally, the Government has undertaken the following steps to check encroachment:
- Strengthening of defence land management by way of digitisation of land records, survey, demarcation and verification of defence lands and land Audit.
- Issue of detailed instructions by the Government emphasizing the need for ensuring vigilance, detection and prevention of new encroachments.
- The process of defence land audit has been institutionalised from 2011-12 as a continuing process.
- Court cases are being pursued to evict encroachers.
- Close liaison is being maintained with revenue and civil police authorities to detect attempt to encroach upon the defence land by encroachers.
- Defence lands located in isolated locations are being fenced and regular patrolling is being carried out to safeguard the lands from encroachers and unauthorized construction.
This information was given by Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Shripad Naik in a written reply to ShriSushil Kumar Gupta in Rajya Sabha today.
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PM greets Lata Mangeshkar on her birthday
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Lata Mangeshkar Ji on her birthday and prayed for her long and healthy life.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Birthday greetings to respected Lata Didi. Her melodious voice reverberates across the world. She is respected for her humility & passion towards Indian culture. Personally, her blessings are a source of great strength. I pray for Lata Didi’s long & healthy life."
Ministry of External Affairs
Cabinet approves Opening of a new Consulate General of India in Addu City, Maldives
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the opening of a new Consulate General of India in Addu City, Maldives in 2021.
India and Maldives share ethnic, linguistic, cultural, religious and commercial links steeped in antiquity. Maldives occupies an important place in the 'Neighbourhood First Policy' and the 'SAGAR’  vision of the Government of India.
Opening of a Consulate General in Addu City will help augment India's diplomatic presence in Maldives and make it commensurate with the existing and aspired level of engagement.
The momentum and energy in the bilateral relationship has reached unprecedented levels under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi and President Solih.
This is also a forward-looking step in pursuit of our national priority of growth and development or 'SabkaSaathSabka Vikas'. Augmentation of India's diplomatic presence will, inter-alia, provide market access for Indian companies and bolster Indian exports of goods and services. This would have a direct impact in augmenting domestic production and employment in line with our goal of a self-reliant India or 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'.
Ministry of Railways
Withdrawal of Senior Citizen concessions in Railways to dissuade travel due to COVID-19
Imperative to curtail spread of COVID-19 and protect the most vulnerable group of population i.e people with chronic illness and senior citizens
In order to contain the spread of COVID-19 virus and to minimise the travel related risks to elderly citizens, Indian Railways has taken steps to discourage senior citizens from undertaking non essential journeys by removing special incentives which presently exist for their travel .Indian Railways has done this by withdrawing concessional booking of tickets to senior citizens for Unreserved & Reserved segment form 00:00 hrs of 20th March till further advisory. This step has been taken to discourage them from making non essential journeys.
It has been seen that the risk of spread and mortality rate due to COVID-19 virus is highest among senior citizens as susceptibility increases with age. As the report of the WHO Joint Mission on Corona virus Disease indicates, “Individuals at highest risk for severe disease and death include people aged over 60 years”. It further says, “Mortality increases with age, with the highest mortality among people over 80 years of age .”
Amidst the worldwide outbreak of COVID-19 virus and increasing number of cases in India, it has become imperative to curtail its spread and protect the most vulnerable group of population i.e people with chronic illness and especially senior citizens. Withdrawal of such concessions is also a part of a wider plan to discourage unnecessary travel by all concerned and hence concessional booking of all tickets have been withdrawn except Patients, students and Divyangjan category for both Unreserved & Reserved segments .
It is notable that a large number of requests are already being received by Indian Railways for cancellation of tickets booked by Senior Citizens and provide waiver of cancellation fee.
In view of the above, following action is being taken by Railways:
- No concession on reserved and unreserved Railway tickets for senior citizens w.e.f. 00:00 Hrs 20th March 2020
- For railway tickets already purchased before 00:00 Hrs 20th March 2020, in case of travel, no difference in fare shall be collected.
Railways is taking all precautionary steps for the passengers. Active cooperation of all is required to combat the spread of COVID-19 virus.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA LAUNCHES 'MY BENGAL, ADDICTION FREE BENGAL' CAMPAIGN ORGANIZED BY BRAHMA KUMARIS
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu launched 'My Bengal, Addiction Free Bengal' Campaign under the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan', organized by Brahma Kumaris at Raj Bhavan, Kolkata today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that drug abuse is a matter of concern for society and the country. Due to these addictions, youth are not able to choose the right direction in their lives. This is very worrying and there is a need to work on all fronts in this matter. She stated that this situation can be improved through spiritual awakening, medication, social solidarity and political will. She appreciated organizations like Brahma Kumaris for discussing such issues and working to solve them.
The President said that any kind of addiction develops due to mental stress and peer pressure. Addiction is harmful to health. Many other disorders also arise from addiction. Family and friends of drug addicts also suffer a lot of trouble. She urged all youth to bring into the notice of the family of any addicted friend about the addiction.
The President urged the people who consume drugs to not ruin their life. She said that if they are under any kind of stress, they should talk to their friends, family or any social organization. There is no problem that they cannot face with their willpower. She stated that anti-social elements take advantage of drug usage and addiction. The money spent in buying drugs is also used in criminal activities. She expressed confidence that addicted people would come out of this bad habit for their own good and in the interest of the society and the country.
The President said that youth are our most important assets. The time and energy that they should spend on strengthening the foundation of their future, is being wasted because of addiction. Educational institutions should find out whether the students are going in the wrong direction. If something comes to the fore, action should be taken immediately.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 Vaccination Update
More than 52.37 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 2.42 Crore balance and unutilized doses still available with States/UTs and private hospitals to be administered
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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52,37,50,890
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IN PIPELINE
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8,99,260
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CONSUMPTION
|
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50,32,77,942
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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2,42,87,160
More than 52.37 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far, through all sources and a further 8,99,260 doses are in the pipeline.
Of this, the total consumption including wastages is 50,32,77,942 doses .
More than 2.42 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs and private hospitals to be administered.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
204.25 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
31,36,029 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 1,43,676
Active cases stand at 0.33%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.48%
19,336 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,33,49,778
19,673 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
87.52 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 3,96,424 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Finance
CBDT notifies Income Tax Return Forms for Assessment Year 2018-19
The Central Board of Direct Taxes has notified Income Tax Return Forms  for the Assessment Year 2018-19. For Assessment Year 2017-18, a one page simplified ITR Form-1 was notified. This initiative benefited around 3 crore taxpayers, who have filed their return in this simplified Form. For Assessment Year 2018-19 also, a one page simplified ITR Form-1 has been notified. This ITR Form-1  can be filed by an individual who is resident other than not ordinarily resident, having income upto Rs.50 lakh and who is receiving income from salary, one house property / other income . Further, the parts relating to salary and house property have been rationalised and furnishing of basic details of salary  and income from house property have been mandated.
ITR Form-2 has also been rationalised by providing that Individuals and HUFs having income under any head other than business or profession shall be eligible to file ITR Form-2. The Individuals and HUFs having income under the head business or profession shall file either ITR Form-3 or ITR Form-4 .
In case of non-residents, the requirement of furnishing details of any one foreign Bank Account has been provided for the purpose of credit of refund. Further, the requirement of furnishing details of cash deposit made during a specified period as provided in ITR Form for the Assessment Year 2017-18 has been done away with from Assessment Year 2018-19.
There is no change in the manner of filing of ITR Forms as compared to last year. All these ITR Forms are to be filed electronically. However, where return is furnished in ITR Form-1  or ITR-4 , the following persons have an option to file return in paper form:-
 an Individual of the age of 80 years or more at any time during the previous year; or
 an Individual or HUF whose income does not exceed five lakh rupees and who has not claimed any refund in the Return of Income.
The notified ITR Forms are available on the official website of the Department www.incometaxindia.gov.in.
Ministry of Power
Dulhasti Power Station organizes seminar under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and hands over ambulance to NGO
Union Minister of State , Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Sciences, Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office and Personnel, Ministry of Public Grievances and Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space Dr. Jitendra Singh and Chairman and Managing Director of NHPC Shri A. K. Singh attended the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav program organized by Dulhasti Power Station and handed over an ambulance under CSR scheme. NHPC Dulhasti Power Station is organising various programs under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Jitendra Singh encouraged people to come forward to serve the nation. He also spoke about the ongoing projects of NHPC in district Kishtwar and said that in the coming time, Kishtwar is going to become a power hub of power generation with the completion of these projects. The projects will provide employment to the local and will lead to the development of the area. He appreciated the work being done by NHPC.
Addressing the function, Shri A.K. Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, NHPC said that various programs are being organized by NHPC under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and this program is also being organised under the same Mahotsav. He said that NHPC is engaged with many social development activities at the local level through NHPC’s CSR Scheme and today an ambulance equipped with ventilator and other modern facilities is being handed over to Sewa Bharti NGO under CSR & SD initiative.
During the program Dr. Jitendra Singh and Shri A. K. Singh handed over the keys of the Ambulance to the officials of Seva Bharti NGO.
Dr. Anil Kumar Manhas, President Sewa Bharti, Jammu & Kashmir expressed his gratitude to NHPC for providing ambulance under CSR scheme. He said that the needy people of Kishtwar and adjoining areas would get benefit from the ambulance service and this ambulance service would be provided to the people on no profit or no loss basis. Shri Murlidhar, All India Co-Organization Minister, Seema Jagran Manch congratulated NHPC CMD Shri A. K. Singh and explained about the social work being done by his organization.
During the program, a seminar on the topic of national integration and the role of service work and ambulance handing over program was also organized.
On this occasion Shri A.K. Choudhary, Managing Director, CVPPPL, Shri Rajan Kumar, Regional Head, NHPC Jammu, officers and employees of NHPC and CVPPPL and officials of Sewa Bharti were present.
Prime Minister's Office
PM confers National Youth Parliament Festival 2019 Awards
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today attended the closing ceremony of National Youth Parliament Festival Awards 2019, at VigyanBhawan, in New Delhi. He conferred the National Youth Parliament Festival Awards 2019,and distributed the certificates to the winners. He also launched the Khelo India App at the event.
Congratulating the participants and winners of the National Youth Parliament Festival 2019, Prime Minister appreciated their energy and devotion. He said that the festival represents the image of a New India. He asked the youth to connect with the vision of New India. He added that the youth of the country should be prepared to play a bigger role for the development of the nation and the society
The Prime Minister urged the youth of the country to develop better communication skills for the betterment of the society. He said that the words one speak may or may not be impressive but it should definitely be inspiring. He asked the youth of the nation to take up various issues and debate on it. Young people have the advantage of freshness and new ideas, enabling them to face new challenges more effectively, PM said.
Prime Minister expressed hope that National Youth Parliament Festival platform would provide direction and shape to the energy of the youth and a better dialogue process. He said that such events would aid those aspiring to become Parliamentarians.
Earlier, the award winners had the opportunity to share their thoughts with the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister also interacted with the participants of the festival.
National Youth Parliament Festival 2019 has been jointly organised by National Service Scheme and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan under the aegis of Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on the theme of ‘Be the Voice of New India and Find solutions and Contribute to Policy’.